In November, the healthcare sector of the S&P 500 saw a notable increase in short selling. The average short interest jumped from 1. 97% to 2. 12%. This means more investors are betting against the sector's future performance. Leading the pack, Moderna (MRNA) remains the most shorted stock in this g
Retirement planning in America has long been a puzzle, with many people struggling to figure out what to do with their savings once they stop working. The system, as it stands, doesn't provide clear answers. But there's a glimmer of hope on the horizon. Vanguard, a giant in the mutual fund world, ha
The bond market has had a good year so far, with all major sectors showing gains. Intermediate-term corporate bonds have performed the best, up 9. 0% year to date, while short-term Treasuries have risen 3. 9%, slightly ahead of inflation. This growth comes despite a volatile year marked by shifting
In the bustling financial hub of London, a new player has emerged, making waves in the investment world. Ilex Capital Partners, founded by former Citadel traders Jonas Diedrich and Dave Sutton, has swiftly grown to manage an impressive $7 billion. This growth is not just from new investments but als
November was a month of ups and downs for hedge funds. Despite a rough start with tech stocks taking a hit, big names like Citadel, Balyasny, and Point72 still managed to make gains. Citadel, based in Miami and led by billionaire Ken Griffin, saw its main fund, Wellington, rise by 1. 4%. This bring
Ken Griffin, the head of Citadel Advisors, made some interesting choices in the tech world during the last quarter. With a massive $50. 1 billion under management, Griffin is a big player. He increased his investments in most of the top tech companies, but there was one notable exception: Amazon. G
A battle is brewing in the world of finance. It's all about trading stocks using blockchain technology. Big names like Robinhood and BlackRock are getting involved. They like the idea of 24/7 trading and instant settlements. It also cuts out middlemen and opens up new ways to use stocks as collatera
Microsoft's stock is currently trading at $491. 54, which is lower than its recent peak but higher than its recent low. This presents an opportunity for investors to make some smart moves. One such move is shorting cash-secured puts that expire in one month. This strategy can provide a good return a
Markets kicked off the week with a downturn, but tech news from China gave them a boost. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures dipped early but recovered later in the day. Tech stocks like Nvidia, Broadcom, Micron, and Microsoft showed strength, while others like Google, Tesla, and healthcare stocks took a
Microsoft is a tech giant with a strong reputation. Its cloud services and AI integration are impressive. But is its stock price too high? The company's market value is huge, at $3. 7 trillion. It offers a wide range of products, from Office to Windows. Its revenue growth has been steady, with a 13
